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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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